Bankruptcy Litigation & Restructuring Associate

Lockridge Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockridge Partners is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Bankruptcy Litigation and Restructuring practice in New York. You will directly handle complex bankruptcy matters, from strategy through trial, with opportunities for significant courtroom exposure and client interaction.

The role requires a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and at least 3 years of bankruptcy litigation or restructuring experience, plus admission to the New York Bar.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• 3+ years of bankruptcy litigation or restructuring experience at a law firm.
• Admission to the New York Bar in good standing.
• Superior legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently under deadline pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex bankruptcy litigation from initial case strategy through trial and appeal.
• Draft and argue motions in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the S.D.N.Y. and E.D.N.Y.
• Advise debtors, creditors, and official committees on restructuring matters and plan negotiations.
• Conduct depositions and lead discovery in adversary proceedings.
• Collaborate with corporate colleagues on 363 sales and debtor-in-possession financing.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written communications

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

A nationally recognized regional firm with a strong New York presence is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Bankruptcy Litigation and Restructuring practice. This is a high-visibility role offering direct client contact, meaningful courtroom exposure, and substantive work across chapter 11 cases, creditor committee representations, and distressed acquisitions - without the rigidity of an Am Law 50 environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage complex bankruptcy litigation from initial case strategy through trial and appeal
• Draft and argue motions in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the S.D.N.Y. and E.D.N.Y.
• Advise debtors, creditors, and official committees on restructuring matters and plan negotiations
• Conduct depositions and lead discovery in adversary proceedings
• Collaborate with corporate colleagues on 363 sales and debtor-in-possession financing

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; strong academic credentials
• 3+ years of bankruptcy litigation or restructuring experience at a law firm
• Admission to the New York Bar in good standing
• Superior legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently under deadline pressure

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive market compensation ($250k - $360k base DOE), a collegial mid-market culture with sophisticated deal flow, and a clear path toward partnership for high performers. Associates work alongside experienced practitioners across multiple offices nationally, providing broad exposure without the constraints of a mega-firm.